Close-Knit

Close-Knit

2017 · 127 min · JA · 7.1 (45 votes)
Dir. Naoko Ogigami · Starring Toma Ikuta, Kenta Kiritani, Rinka Kakihara, Rie Mimura, Eiko Koike, Mugi Kadowaki
FamilyDrama

After being neglected by her mother, a little girl is taken in by her uncle and his transgender girlfriend, who create a loving home for her.

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This film feels like a warm hug, exploring the complexities of chosen family with a tender, understated grace. It's a quiet, character-driven piece that finds profound beauty in everyday moments and the resilience of the human heart.

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